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NIMBY tears.

If it walks like an ABC, and quacks like an ABC, it's probably an ABC.

In 2025, City Hall paralysis blocked 6 key sites from being developed. Ken Sim couldn’t build the majority required to get things done.

Enough. I’m moving to immediately unlock these sites for 4,000 affordable homes. No more excuses. #VanPoli #HousingNow

Fun little programming note for Vancouver political nerds: @cbcstephenquinn.bsky.social and I will be hosting a live OneCity mayoral debate between Will Azaroff and Amanda Burrows tomorrow on the Early Edition.

Tune in around 8:10!

(we'll have a podcast version as well)

Sophie Ngo and her husband spend three hours every day driving between Richmond and Vancouver just to drop off their two kids at different daycares. It is the only way they can find care. "I don’t know why it’s so hard," she says. She is right.

vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...

Vancouver mayoral candidate has a plan to lower grocery costs | Urbanized Vancouver mayoral candidate Amanda Burrows is pitching a plan that could lower the cost of groceries and protect at-risk grocery stores.

dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

I'm proud to accept the endorsement of former City Councillor, Mayor, Leader of the Opposition, and Premier of BC, Mike Harcourt.

Mike Harcourt governed this city during a time of great change and great optimism. We need big changes in Vancouver. And we need to bring that spirit of optimism back.

Hatred and violence against Jewish communities has no place in Australia, Canada or anywhere. It is unacceptable that anyone should fear being themselves or expressing their faith publicly.

I'm a duel citizen of Australia and Canada. I'm sickened reading this morning about the antisemitic mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach. My deepest condolences to families, friends and communities of the victims. May their memories be a blessing. +

William Azaroff, Who Builds Non-Profit Housing, Runs for Mayor | The Tyee One of two nominees for the OneCity mayoral candidacy, the Strathcona resident also draws from arts industry experience.

According to @thetyee.ca , I’m a housing CEO who used to make indie chess movies and rom-coms.

Honestly? Fair assessment.

We talked about running with @onecityvan.bsky.social, fixing our housing deficit, and why directing is actually great prep for City Hall.

thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...

NEW: City Council to consider cutting key committees (e.g. Arts and Culture, Renters, Older Persons and Elders) to silence citizens.

If City Hall doesn't work for citizens, then who does it work for? (hint: Ken's rich donors!)

council.vancouver.ca/20251209/doc...

The decision on the future of Carleton Elementary is coming back fast, join us in person Dec 17th 5pm at 1580 w Broadway - show up to support neighbourhood schools and transparent decision making. Your voice matters!

I thank folks for speaking up. I support community members and believe that they deserve to be part of their neighbourhood and city decisions. Their voices are important.

Thank you to @adriandix.bsky.social and Don Davies for speaking up alongside residents!

It’s not over yet.
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📣for their neighbourhood school back
📣to be able to walk/roll to school and childcare in their community
📣for a meeting about Carleton in their neighbourhood so that community members can talk more
📣open* and accurate data that reflects the density and transit-oriented development in the area
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Earlier this week the VSB held a meeting to hear from community members about the permanent closure of Carleton Elementary (6-acres of school land at Joyce/Kingsway). The school has been closed for 9 years…

Parents, grandparents, community members, and graduates asked:
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William for Vancouver I'm seeking the mayoral nomination with OneCity, to bring Vancouver the progressive leadership it needs.

I’m looking forward to connecting with OneCity members and Vancouverites over the coming weeks. Join me: www.williamforvancouver.ca 5 / 5

We can turn things around. But it will take serious leadership with the political will to invest in the housing and services we all need. 4 / 5

But today, building that good life is harder than it should be. Vancouver faces serious challenges: crumbling community centres, a housing crisis, and wealth inequality. 3 / 5

I care deeply about our city. I was born and raised here and I have always believed that this is a place where anyone, from anywhere, can come and build a good life. 2 / 5

YouTube video by William for Vancouver My name is William Azaroff and I'm seeking the mayoral nomination with OneCity

Exciting news - I’m seeking the mayoral nomination with @OneCityVan! 1 / 5 youtu.be/2MTf7QmcEpc

My ABC Council colleagues are vocal about pushing back on the Province downloading responsibilities onto the City, but last night they voted to build on public open space to make up for the education funding shortfall, squarely the responsibility of the Province.

CITY OF VANCOUVER 3. Rezoning: 1401-1455 East 49th Avenue Name In Favour In Opposition Declared Conflict Abstain VOTE No. 11136 Councillor Dominato Councillor Kirby-Yung Mayor Sim Councillor Bligh Councillor Fry Councillor Montague Councillor Klassen Councillor Meiszner Councillor Zhou Councillor Orr Councillor Maloney TOTAL 06 02 00 00 Ineligible 00 Absent 03

Tonight the ABC majority voted to build housing on part of Fleming Elementary’s school grounds saying their hands were tied by Vancouver School Board’s decision to divest school land to build rental housing despite an outcry from the community.

The timing of this video as I’m reflecting on the revolt at City Council against Sim’s budget cuts is just perfect.

Can’t wait to vote against all of ABC.

Graphic that says "Vancouver budget update: Road safety programs are at risk"

The 2026 Vancouver budget risks imposing cuts to road safety initiatives that we simply can't afford. With so few details being released, we call upon council to amend the budget to direct that essential transportation programs and staff be protected.

👉 More: visionzerovancouver.ca/2025/11/12/2...

Be a Member Building a Vancouver for Everyone

It’s clear our neighbours are demanding change. We’re honoured that you’ve chosen OneCity to be leaders in that movement.

Join OneCity as a member today so you can vote to select Vancouver’s next Mayor.

www.onecityvancouver.ca/membership

Next year, Vancouver faces defining choices: Will we build affordable housing in every neighbourhood, or leave renters behind? Will we value city workers and pay them fairly, or capitulate to ABC’s brutal budget cuts?

BIG NEWS: OneCity is running for Mayor in 2026!

We’re officially launching our open Mayoral nomination contest and giving *you* a voice in who should lead our city.

Today we’re listening to staff reports first, then Counillors will have an opportunity to ask questions. Only after Councillors’ questions will we start listening to public speakers.

Despite Ken Sim trying to call our reporting "false" regarding the loss of Vancouver's sustainability department, city staff just confirmed under pressure from council that those jobs are not in fact safe in the budget, as it now stands.